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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
Method
Cheesecake Preparation
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). In a medium bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
- 2
Make the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add in the sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest and seasonal fruit.
- 3
Bake the cheesecake
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggles when moved. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for an hour to prevent cracking.
- 4
Chill and serve
Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow it to set completely. Before serving, garnish with additional seasonal fruit if desired.
